Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Awe-inspiring views, adorned in the spectacular colors of autumn, will delight your senses as you meander through the Gateway to the Columbia River Gorge, visiting the artists as they work in their studios.

Cascade Locks, Oregon - Fall Foliage Studio Tour invites you to see and meet professional artists in their natural element, the studios in which they fashion their creations. Enjoy a historic and spectacular scenic journey as you experience the communities and meet the artists who live and create here. Awe-inspiring views, adorned in the spectacular colors of autumn, will delight your senses as you meander through the Gateway to the Columbia River Gorge, visiting the artists as they work in their studios. This free, self-guided event is sponsored by the West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce.

The event begins with the opening of the exhibition gallery in Cascade Locks on Saturday, October 12th at 11:00am. The gallery will be located at Lorang Fine Art & Gorgeous Gifts. Samples of each artist’s work will be on display October 12th through the 20th, 11:00am-5:00pm. The Reception will be Friday evening, October 18th at the exhibition gallery to meet the artists and mingle with other art enthusiasts. Sample hors d’oeuvres, sip local vintage wine and enjoy live music as you bid on your favorite leaf-themed art pieces and cast your vote for the “People’s Choice Award.” Maps for the Studio Tour are available that night or anytime the Exhibition Gallery is open. Artists’ studios will be open Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am-5:00pm. The exhibition gallery closes Sunday, October 20th, at 5:00 pm.

In an article by USA TODAY Larry Bleiberg with the help of Bryan Swan, co-founder of WorldWaterfallDatabase.com lists the 10 best places to see waterfalls. Read the excerpt about Multnomah Falls below.

Multnomah Falls
Bridal Veil, Ore.
Although this Columbia River Gorge cascade is easily accessible from Interstate 84 and just 30 miles from downtown Portland, it still offers rugged scenery and a rewarding hike to the top. A bridge crosses between the upper and lower falls, offering dramatic views before reaching the top. "There's good fall color in the gorge too," Swan says. 541-308-1700; fs.usda.gov/crgnsa